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Strategic management of a portfolio, including prioritization of key titles, preparing and implementing journal development/improvement plans, as well as establishing and monitoring annual performance targets
Drive the content growth--specifically within China--while delivering a best-in-class author experience and efficient workflows
Engaging with Editors in Chief and Editorial Board members to develop collaborative, long-term relationships that yields successful journal performance
Negotiating society contracts and renewals that aim toward market share , and result in content quality and growth
Monitoring financial performance and identifying opportunities to increase profitability
Developing strong working relationships with colleagues in Applied Sciences and across global departments
Actively participating in the research communities to conduct market research and predict future trends . Requires traveling several times per year (domestic and international) to conferences and universities for in-person conversations with researchers.
Expanding the network of advisors and contributors for the purpose of identifying opportunities for new products and services.
Contributing to the wider Springer Nature Journals group by taking part in cross-departmental projects and initiatives, with respect to publication ethics, data transparency, Open Access practices and policies, Sustainable Development Goals, Diversity and Inclusion, and other industry developments
Educated to degree level or equivalent
Previous experience within academic publishing
Excellent English language skills including verbal and written communication
Attention to detail
Excellent networking and acqui sition skills
P resentation skills
Organisation and prioritisation skills
Problem solving skills
Proactive and ability to use initiative with queries and opportunities
Customer service skills
Ability to persuade and influence stakeholders
Commercial/entrepreneurial acumen
Knowledge and journal development experience in applied sciences: engineering and or computer science.
About the company
We are a global publisher dedicated to providing the best possible service to the whole research community. We help authors to share their discoveries; enable researchers to find, access and understand the work of others and support librarians and in...
Job Title: Publisher
Organisation: Springer Nature
Location: London or Paris (Hybrid Working)
Application Deadline: Sunday 15th June 2025
About Springer Nature
Springer Nature opens the doors to discovery for researchers, educators, clinicians and other professionals. Every day, around the globe, our imprints, books, journals, platforms and technology solutions reach millions of people. For over 180 years our brands and imprints have been a trusted source of knowledge to these communities and today, more than ever, we see it as our responsibility to ensure that fundamental knowledge can be found, verified, understood and used by our communities – enabling them to improve outcomes, make progress, and benefit the generations that follow. Visit http://group.springernature.com/ and follow @SpringerNature / @SpringerNatureGroupAbout the Role
We are recruiting for a Publisher to join Springer Nature!
As a Publisher you will be responsible for the growth, development and publishing management of a portfolio of proprietary and society journals with the aim of becoming the market leader within selected disciplines and geographies. You will work along side an international team of publishers and th e Executive Editor to develop a varied list of journals including hybrid, Op e n Acce s s and society titles .
Role Responsibilities:
Experience, Skills and Qualifications:
Essential
Desirable
Springer Nature is a Disability Confident Committed Employer and we encourage applications from candidates with disabilities. If you consider yourself to have a disability or learning difficulty and wish to submit your application in an alternative format or would like to discuss reasonable adjustments during the application and interview process, please get in touch either by phone on +44 (0)207 014 4020 or by email SpringerNatureUKCareers@springernature.com so we can make any necessary arrangements.
At Springer Nature we value the diversity of our teams. We recognize the many benefits of a diverse workforce with equitable opportunities for everyone. We strive for an inclusive workplace that empowers all our colleagues to thrive. Our search for the best talent fully encompasses and embraces these values and principles.
Springer Nature was awarded Diversity Team of the Year at the 2022 British Diversity Awards. Find out more about our DEI work here https://group.springernature.com/gp/group/taking-responsibility/diversity-equity-inclusion
For more information about career opportunities in Springer Nature please visit https://careers.springernature.com
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